OB/GYN - Medical Director & Laborist - Syracuse, NY

St. Joseph’s Health is seeking an experienced Board Certified OB/GYN Physician for a hybrid leadership opportunity. This unique role combines 0.9 FTE Laborist clinical duties with 0.1 FTE Medical Director administrative leadership duties, offering the opportunity to practice high quality obstetrics while helping shape the strategic direction, quality, and culture of our robust OB/GYN program. With a sustainable schedule, strong subspecialty support, and a physician friendly environment, this role is ideal for experienced OBGYN Physicians looking to make an impact on the Syracuse, NY community.Position DetailsSeven 24 hour shifts per month (full time equivalent) with no additional call, offering a work-life balance advantageManagement of laboring patients, including routine and complex deliveriesSupported by a strong team of midwives, OB/GYN partners, and subspecialistsAccess to robotics, advanced minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, and full gynecologic surgical supportMedical Director Leadership ResponsibilitiesPartner with administrative leadership to oversee departmental operations including department budgeting, policy development, and protocol updatesLead quality improvement initiatives, utilization review, and clinical performance metricsOversee clinical documentation, care planning, and peer reviewParticipate in Provider recruitment, onboarding, mentorship and performance reviewEnsure a patient‑centered, high‑quality standard of care across the divisionOpportunity HighlightsProvide in‑hospital obstetric coverage for low to high‑risk deliveries at St. Joseph’s HospitalOpportunity to develop and lead a robust Women & Infants service lineLevel III NICU at St. Joseph’s HospitalLevel III Ultrasound services, strong MFM Physician support and midwifery support (inpatient, full scope midwifery, and laborist coverage)Access to robotics, advanced minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, and full gynecologic surgical supportSupportive leadership that prioritizes sustainability and Provider well‑beingSystem volume: 1,600 deliveries annuallyQualificationsBoard Certified in Obstetrics & GynecologyLaborist or obstetric focused experience strongly preferredDemonstrated interest or experience in leadership and quality initiativesExcellent communication, collaboration, and problem‑solving skillsCommitment to high‑quality, patient‑centered careRecruitment PackageCompensation: $325,000‑$340,000 per yearAdditional Shift Compensation$50,000 starting bonus$25,000 retention bonus at beginning of year 2$25,000 retention bonus at beginning of year 3The posted salary reflects the starting range of total compensation and does not include productivity bonuses, quality incentives, extra shifts, or other cash compensation. Compensation may vary based on experience and other factors in accordance with state law.BenefitsComprehensive health, vision, and dental coveragePaid malpractice, including tail coverageCME time & $4,500 annual expense allowancePaid time away from the practice403b Retirement savings programLoan Repayment: Our institution qualifies as an eligible employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program #J-18808-Ljbffr